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1. A device, comprising: a body having a blockchain address, a processor to identify the body in a blockchain with the blockchain address and a wireless transceiver; a sensor coupled to the body and the wireless transceiver to store tamperproof sensor events on the blockchain; and an accelerometer disposed within the body to detect acceleration of the body, wherein the accelerometer stores acceleration data on the blockchain.
An Internet of Things (IoT) device has a body with a unique blockchain address. A processor identifies the device on a blockchain using this address. The device also includes a wireless transceiver for communication. A sensor, coupled to the body, logs tamper-proof events on the blockchain via the transceiver. An accelerometer inside the body detects movement and stores acceleration data on the blockchain, ensuring data integrity and security.
2. The device of claim 1 , comprising a digital key or smart key to facilitate access to the body.
The IoT device described above includes a digital or smart key for secure access to the device's body. This key provides a method for controlling physical or logical access, enhancing security and potentially enabling features like remote locking/unlocking or access authorization through the blockchain.
3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the registration is stored on a decentralized ledger along with contractual details of a person who has ownership in the body.
The registration details of the IoT device described above, along with contractual information about the owner, are stored on a decentralized ledger (blockchain). This ledger creates a transparent and immutable record of ownership and associated agreements.
4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the ledger stores and exchanges digital keys.
The decentralized ledger, which stores the device registration and ownership details as described above, also facilitates the storage and exchange of digital keys. This enables secure key management and transfer of ownership or access rights through the blockchain.
5. The device of claim 3 , wherein the processor uses the ledger to record or manage property right.
The processor in the IoT device described above uses the decentralized ledger to record and manage property rights associated with the device. This functionality allows for secure and transparent tracking of ownership changes and rights management.
6. The device of claim 3 , wherein the processor uses the ledger to manage property rental using the blockchain.
The processor in the IoT device described above utilizes the decentralized ledger to manage property rental agreements through the blockchain. This feature automates rental processes, ensuring secure and transparent management of rental contracts and payments.
7. The device of claim 1 , wherein the processor verifies a contract using the blockchain.
The processor in the IoT device described above uses the blockchain to verify contracts related to the device. This ensures the authenticity and integrity of agreements associated with the device, such as service contracts or warranty agreements.
8. The device of claim 7 , wherein the processor duplicates the contract upon authentication.
The processor in the IoT device, after successfully verifying a contract using the blockchain as described above, duplicates the contract. This redundancy ensures contract availability and facilitates secure execution.
9. The device of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a vehicle body.
The body of the IoT device described above is a vehicle body. This means the device is integrated into a car, truck, or other vehicle, leveraging blockchain technology for vehicle-related applications.
10. The device of claim 9 , wherein the sensor captures driver behavior.
In the IoT device integrated into a vehicle as described above, the sensor captures data about the driver's behavior. This includes parameters like speed, acceleration, braking, and other driving habits.
11. The device of claim 9 , wherein the sensor monitors behavioral data over a period of time.
In the vehicle-integrated IoT device described above, the sensor monitors behavioral data over a period of time. This long-term monitoring enables analysis of driving patterns and provides insights into driver behavior trends.
12. The device of claim 9 , wherein the sensor gathers vehicle data during operation and during parking or at rest.
In the vehicle-integrated IoT device described above, the sensor gathers vehicle data both during operation and while the vehicle is parked or at rest. This comprehensive data collection provides a complete picture of the vehicle's usage and condition.
13. The device of claim 9 , wherein driver and vehicle behavior is are used to determining an expense or a charge.
The driver and vehicle behavior data collected by the vehicle-integrated IoT device as described above is used to determine an expense or a charge. This could include insurance premiums, toll fees, or other usage-based costs.
14. The device of claim 9 , wherein driver and vehicle behavior is are provided as feedback to reduce an expense or a charge.
The driver and vehicle behavior data from the vehicle-integrated IoT device described above is provided as feedback to the driver to reduce an expense or a charge. This incentivizes safer and more efficient driving habits.
15. The device of claim 1 , wherein the processor verifies a loan contract for the body using the blockchain.
The processor in the IoT device described above verifies a loan contract for the device's body (e.g., a vehicle) using the blockchain. This enables secure and transparent loan management and reduces the risk of fraud.
16. The device of claim 15 , wherein the loan contract is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association or a social network lending group using the blockchain.
The loan contract verified by the IoT device, as described above, is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association, or a social network lending group using the blockchain. This expands access to financing options and promotes financial inclusion.
17. The device of claim 1 , wherein the processor verifies a purchase contract for the body using the blockchain.
The processor in the IoT device described above verifies a purchase contract for the device's body (e.g., a vehicle) using the blockchain. This ensures secure and transparent transactions for buying and selling the device.
18. The device of claim 17 , wherein the purchase contract is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association or a social network lending group using the blockchain.
The purchase contract verified by the IoT device, as described above, is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association, or a social network lending group using the blockchain. This facilitates financing for purchasing the device.
19. The device of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a lock or an access control device for a real property and wherein the processor verifies a purchase contract, a mortgage contract or a rental contract for the real property using the blockchain.
The body of the IoT device described above is a lock or an access control device for a real property. The processor verifies purchase, mortgage, or rental contracts for that property using the blockchain, securing property access and ownership.
20. The device of claim 19 , wherein the contract is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association or a social network lending group using the blockchain.
The real property contract verified by the IoT device, as described above, is issued by a lender, a rotating credit association or a social network lending group using the blockchain, supporting alternative financing models for real estate.
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December 26, 2017
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